Roxanne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Roxanne is a name of Persian origin, meaning 'dawn' or 'bright.' It has evolved through various forms, including Roxana and Roxie. The name is often associated with traits like strength and beauty, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century through literature and continues to be viewed positively today.
The name Roxanne is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roxanne has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Roxanne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6024th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9851st out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4361st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 875th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 224th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 289th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 351st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1054th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1235th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roxanne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roxanne"
Pronunciation
/rɒkˈsæn/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Roxanne is derived from the Persian name 'Roxana,' which means 'dawn' or 'bright.' It was popularized by historical figures and literature, particularly in reference to Roxana, the wife of Alexander the Great.
Meaning
Dawn, bright
Language Evolution
Roxana (Persian), Roxanne (French), Roxane (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, partly due to its use in literature and the arts, including the play 'Roxane' by Edmond Rostand.
Variants & Derivatives
Roxana, Roxie, Roxy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Roxanne is perceived as a classic yet modern name with a romantic and exotic flair, often associated with strength and beauty.
Famous People
Roxanne Shante, American rapper, Roxanne Pallett, English actress, Roxanne McKee, English actress and model
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roxanne"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Roxanne"
"Roxanne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6024th of 7552 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9851st of 16616 | 34 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4361st of 9107 | 76 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 875th of 9204 | 1,246 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 224th of 12526 | 25,741 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 289th of 19264 | 14,606 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 351st of 27321 | 11,702 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1054th of 35406 | 3,639 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1235th of 30306 | 2,349 |
Regional Popularity of "Roxanne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Roxanne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.81% 600th/1546 |
38.50% 599th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
40.53% 627th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
7.95% 177th/2227 |
8.07% 196th/2430 |
13.21% 377th/2853 |
7.42% 206th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
9.33% 274th/2937 |
7.90% 275th/3483 |
9.61% 338th/3518 |
6.36% 257th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.61% 428th/3685 |
10.26% 459th/4475 |
6.58% 342nd/5194 |
4.51% 285th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.19% 1429th/4582 |
28.64% 1479th/5164 |
16.23% 1187th/7313 |
9.71% 725th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.33% 1288th/3984 |
34.88% 1565th/4487 |
22.16% 1512th/6822 |
14.48% 909th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roxanne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roxanne" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.